My 2nd book, A Simpler Time, tells the tales of A.J. (my daughter, Ashley) and her mom (me) doing things that kids and parents might not do together anymore: catching fireflies, watching the clouds, searching for 4-leaf clovers, and a few other surprises. Mom takes A.J. away from her electronics and introduces her to the world around her. A.J. started her formative years in Georgia, but was born in Colorado. Our house was situated on a half acre, at the end of a cul-de-sac, and across the street were woods and a creek. It was the perfect place to see and experience nature. I'm always amazed when I do presentations at elementary schools, many kids have not had any of these experiences. I only hope that I spark an interest in some kids to enjoy the beauty and wonder of nature!
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| Ashley & I at Mass Reading Assoc Conf-June, 2010 |
We've been lucky to have lived in many places
and have seen many really interesting things! A Simpler Time could have taken
place anywhere. If we had stayed in Colorado (where A.J. was born) I'm sure we
would have hiked in Rocky Mountain National Park and marveled at the geological
majesty that is the Rockies, examined snowflakes closely, and watched the aspens show their golden color in the Fall. If she had grown up in Texas, I'm
sure we would have watched in wonder while Prickly Pear cactus begin popping out new leaves that look like they are some creature that should be living in the sea, and
stare up at the BIG SKY and watch the horizon as an impending storm approaches. Experiences that kids all over the country can have each and every day!
If you are looking for a wonderful Mother
/ Child book - A Simpler Time will deliver. This book also teaches children to
use nature to write creatively. Each day, you step out of your house, the world
is different; the sky, the grass, the trees, the insects-everything is
constantly changing-making each day new and unique-what better way to gain ideas to write stories!
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| One of our Prickly Pear Cactus Fort Worth, TX - Spring, 2013 |
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| Ted Kerasote and I Book People Bookstore, Austin, TX |
A Simpler Time was also endorsed by one of my favorite authors--Ted Kerasote-- http://www.kerasote.com/
Check out Ted's books and accomplishments at his website. I was honored to meet him at an event in Austin where I presented a copy of A Simpler Time to him and he signed a copy of his new book at the time, PUKKA, for me and also signed a copy of A Simpler Time for me as a keepsake! I could not believe he took the time to read my manuscript, offer editing suggestions, and in the end, endorse it!
A sequel to A Simpler Time is just about
set to be sent to the Publisher ... You and Your Child will follow A.J. as she
makes a big move from Georgia to Massachusetts. She leaves her friends behind,
makes new friends, and discovers the changes of the seasons. Watch for it in 2014!
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| Ashley's first snowman EVER ... THE SNOWBLOB! Springfield, MA - Winter, 2001 |
Teachers--if you are looking for someone
to come and present to your school or classroom, please contact me to book an
event. I will talk to your students about creative writing, the book writing
process, illustrations and starting a Science Journal. If you book an event,
you will receive 2 free ebooks for your classroom! Contact me at thelifeofbud@aol.com
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| A Simpler Time Presentation Boaz Elementary School Boaz, AL |
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